Cedar Lodge

Beach location and indoor pool

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October 2025

29

November 2025

Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 10 PM, pool umbrellas

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Cedar Lodge, near El Portal Market, offers amenities like a grocery store, bar, and restaurant. Relax in the spa tub or by the seasonal outdoor pool. The indoor pool has a lazy river, and the attentive staff ensures a comfortable stay.

Very good

Popular amenities

Bar
Breakfast available
24/7 front desk

￥23,922 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

Room options

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Tonight

Oct 29 - Oct 30

Tomorrow

Oct 30 - Oct 31

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (with sofa sleeper)

Very good

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Sofa bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Ceiling fan

42 sq m
Mountain view
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed ( Spa Tub )

Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace

Private hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

42 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Shower/tub combination

37 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Sofa bed

Blackout drapes/curtains

Ceiling fan

37 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Spa Tub and kitchenette)

Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace

Private indoor hot tub

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

42 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Separate bedroom

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds

Junior Suite, 1 Bedroom (with kitchenette)

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Kitchenette

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

42 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 6
1 King Bed, 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 Twin Murphy Bed

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Fireplace

Air conditioning

Heating

Mini-fridge

TV

Ceiling fan

Blackout drapes/curtains

Private bathroom

Mountain view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in El Portal, Cedar Lodge is in a rural area and on a river. El Portal Market is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Sierra National Forest and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is another place to visit that comes recommended. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and snowboarding, and don't miss out on the snowshoeing.

Visit our El Portal travel guide

95318, CA, El Portal, 9966 Highway 140

What's nearby

El Portal Market - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
Yosemite Valley - 19 min drive - 21.0 km
Tunnel View - 28 min drive - 29.3 km
Badger Pass Ski Area - 52 min drive - 51.5 km

Getting around

Fresno Yosemite Intl. Airport (FAT) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

‪The River Restaurant and Lounge - ‬8 min drive
Cedar Lodge Restaurant
‪Parkside Pizza - ‬8 min drive
‪The Pink Palace - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Cedar Lodge

Hotel near Sierra National Forest

Located close to El Portal Market, Cedar Lodge provides a grocery/convenience store, a bar, and conference space. Active travelers can enjoy fishing at this hotel. For some rest and relaxation, visit the 3 hot tubs. The on-site restaurant, Cedar House Restaurant, offers breakfast and dinner. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Additional perks include:

A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an area shuttle, and a front-desk safe
Multilingual staff, a gift shop, and a billiards/pool table
Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location

Room features

All 210 rooms offer comforts such as fireplaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.

More conveniences in all rooms include:

Heating and ceiling fans
Mini fridges and irons/ironing boards
32-inch TVs with cable channels
Coffee/tea makers, housekeeping, and phones

Similar properties

Pool
Hot Tub
Pet friendly
Parking included

￥53,532 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Area shuttle (surcharge)
Free self parking on site

Food and drink

Buffet breakfast available for a fee
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Canyon Bar & Grill
Cedar House Restaurant

Things to do

3 hot tubs
Billiards/pool table
Fishing
Indoor pool
Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

Children's games
Children's toys
Fenced pool
Grocery/convenience store
Indoor pool
Mini-fridge
Pool gate
Seasonal outdoor pool
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Grocery/convenience store
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

904 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

Barbecue grill
In the mountains
On a river
Picnic area
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

No elevator

More

2 floors
6 buildings
Banquet hall
Built in 1978
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels provided

Entertainment

32-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

Coffee/tea maker
Mini-fridge

More

Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Fireplace
Heating
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Guests driving to the property should be aware of seasonal road closures. Hwy 120 (Tioga Pass) closes October through late June, restricting east-to-west travel across the park. Yosemite's eastern gate and Tuolumne Meadows are not accessible when Tioga Pass is closed. Guests are advised to check local weather and road conditions/closures with the California Department of Transportation before travel.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

Administrative fee: USD 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

The seasonal pool will be open from May to October

Pool access available from 9 AM to 10 PM

Property is also known as

Cedar Lodge El Portal

Cedar Lodge Hotel

Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal

Cedar El Portal

Cedar Lodge Yosemite

Cedar Hotel El Portal

Cedar Lodge Hotel

Cedar Lodge El Portal

Cedar Lodge Hotel El Portal

Frequently asked questions

Does Cedar Lodge have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–10 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Cedar Lodge?

As of Oct 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cedar Lodge on Nov 4, 2025 start from ￥20,406, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Cedar Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cedar Lodge?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cedar Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Cedar Lodge?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Cedar Lodge located?

Situated in El Portal, this beach hotel is steps from Sierra National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of El Portal Market and Yosemite Arch Rock Gate Entrance. Yosemite Valley is 10.2 mi (16.5 km) away.

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Cedar Lodge Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Oct 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Clean room, friendly staff, beautiful views.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Heather

Oct 19, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Great access to park wish restaurant was open later.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sagrika

Oct 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Conveniently located close to Yosemite national park .

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Oct 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice stay near Yosemite. Our family enjoyed our time here this past summer.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Oct 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Love this place. Convenient as they are located real close to the park entrance and they are very affordable to stay! Want to stay there again!!

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aparajith

Oct 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Clear room, 30min from park, good staff

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMIT

Sep 14, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great Location and clean rooms

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saratha

Oct 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Convenient and good price. Close to Yosemite valley.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nyle

Oct 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Bed was very comfy, great bath products

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela

Sep 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Great location and very clean room

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent place to spend good nights

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Oct 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

There was no breakfast option (please ignore). Great location, view was lovely from our room. Perfect stop after a long day of driving.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sallie

Oct 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The property is a bit dated, but was overall clean and comfortable. The pool and hot tub was nice too and the river across the road is peaceful and pristine.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

Oct 19, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Close to Yosemite, fair pricing, comfortable and clean. Stay was nice and bar/diner was convienent and tasty. Will return again. Thank you!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Imelda

Sep 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Small room, but the location is superb, it is inside the national park near the waterfalls.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Oct 13, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The staff was very friendly and ready to assist us in anything we needed. The lodge is welcoming and cozy. The rooms were clean and equipped with a mini fridge and coffee maker.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Sep 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Very modern hotel with beautiful rooms and a nice casino.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Oct 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Affordable

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aradhya

Aug 30, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Oct 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Good pool

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

louise

Sep 18, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place to stay for visiting Yosemite. Staff was nice, rooms were not bad. I love an older hotel that you can back right up to your room! Would definitely stay there again

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Sep 23, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

We enjoyed our stay here.. took the YARDS bus into the park for the day.. be mindful of the schedule to get back because we got stranded.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jiade

Sep 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Well located and easy access to the NP. Priced OK.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JATINDER

Oct 5, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Excellent service.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Janeen

Oct 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Older facility, convenient to Yosemite village, very limited dining options, little store has decent prices, bed very uncomfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

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Parking and transportation

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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We should mention

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Cedar Lodge Reviews

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8.4

8.0

8.6